Here are two Vamelo Duduks in the lower ranged keys.. The G plays G major or E minor, The F plays low D minor. These will have deeper tones but have a father finger spread, and are overall more complicated to play. Recommended for larger hands, more advanced playing, or peoplke who are seriously pursuing this instrument.
The duduk is an ancient Armenian double-reed woodwind, carved from aged apricot wood, known for its warm, mellow, and hauntingly expressive timbre. With its wide reed and cylindrical body, it creates a voice that is at once intimate, plaintive, and deeply emotional. Its evocative voice has resonated in popular movie scores such as Gladiator, The Passion of the Christ, Alexander, Syriana, Munich, Ararat, Hulk, and more. The duduk whispers the tales of ancient hills — a flute that mourns, consoles, and stirs the soul, singing with the voice of memory itself.
This instrument is getting more and more popular here in the US and around the world. As the sound healing, and healing( relaxation/meditation) music scene becomes more popular, ethnic instruments from around the world are finding their way into a more widespread audience. If you’re ready to take your woodwind skills to the next level, this instrument may be for you! Singing Tree Flutes is will be the first US distributor of Vamelo Duduks, and other professional duduks by master craftsman in Armenia. No worries about Tariffs and customs fees for US customers!
Vamelo takes pride in being the first duduk manufacturing company in Armenia, which was previously an individual craft. They handcraft fine duduks revealing the inner beauty of uncompromised Armenian sound. With a foundation in the fascinating history of traditional duduk making, Vamelo, and Vardges Melonkoni JR is dedicated to continuing this proud tradition alongside contemporary technological advancements.
WARNING: Be careful of cheap knock off instruments. Many professional players will insist that learning on a traditional, high end instrument. If you're serious about learning, you will want to choose an instrument that will perform and respond the way it's supposed to.
SPECS:
Body: Aged Apricot Wood
Key:G
Length : 17.5 with reed... 9 holes Max Finger spread 1 3/8"
Key:F
Length : 20 with reed... 9 holes Max Finger spread 1 1/2.. (Top two holes 1 3/4" spread)
Comes with one medium soft reed and one soft reed, and hard case
